About Us / UK Management

Nick is a Partner of Arthur D. Little's UK business and is based in London. He has over 30 years of experience in the oil, gas and electricity industries, many of which have been as a consultant. His primary focus areas are in the fields of upstream (fiscal terms) and strategic/commercial matters in the midstream gas & power sector. He is active in the field of dispute resolution, and is a greatly sought-after expert for his knowledge of the European gas industry in particular. Nick is an economist.

James is a Director of Arthur D. Little UK and the Global Leader of the Risk Management Practice. For many years, he has been involved in risk management related studies in the energy, chemicals, manufacturing, automotive and transport sectors. He is internationally recognised as an expert in the field of risk management. Prior to joining Arthur D. Little he worked in manufacturing R&D. James is fluent in Spanish and English, and has a working knowledge of Portuguese and French. James is a Chartered Engineer and holds a Degree in Engineering Science, with emphasis on Electronic and Control Engineering, from Oxford University.

Richard Clarke is a Director of the Risk Management Practice. From 2003 to 2006, he served as the Global Leader and Chief Executive Officer for Arthur D. Little and was responsible for the development and delivery of the firm’s international strategy. A Chartered Engineer, Richard has over 20 years of experience of risk management, sustainability and performance management assignments across a range of sectors including engineering, process industries and transport. Richard also worked internationally in oil/gas engineering and construction for 10 years prior to joining the firm. Richard has led several large, multi-stakeholder assignments for various clients over the last decade.

Rick is a Partner of Arthur D. Little and head of the UK Technology and Innovation Management practice. He has extensive experience in technology and strategy work across a range of sectors including energy, transport, engineering, food & drink and government. Prior to joining Arthur D. Little, Mr. Eagar was employed for nine years as an engineer for an international oil and gas major. Mr. Eagar holds a B.Sc.(Hons.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bristol. He is a Chartered Engineer, a Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and a member of the Association of Cost Engineers and a Fellow of the RSA. He speaks fluent Dutch as well as his native English.

Stephen is a Partner in Arthur D. Little’s London office with considerable consulting and industry experience. His primary focus areas include upstream oil and gas companies worldwide, with experience including strategic guidance, portfolio optimization, techno-economic, commercial and contract review. Stephen also focuses on the implementation of operational performance improvements and advice on M&A delivery. He has worked extensively with utility companies, particularly in Europe, on a range of wholesale, retail and generation issues. Stephen is a graduate of Oxford University and INSEAD.